The following video will tell you about your pearl and also how to care for it.
Did you know that pearls are the only gemstone that are not mined, or cut. They are the only gemstone produced from a living creature. We like to refer to them as LIVING GEMS.
Pearl Farm in the Pacific Ocean
A Spat - Or Baby Oyster
These are the size of the oysters when they arrive at the pearl farm.
Culturing Pearls is not an easy job, but REWARDING!
Did you know that Pacific Oysters are sequential hermaphrodite? They change back and forth from male to female as they grow.
FAQs
Akoya Pearls. Akoya pearls are a saltwater grown pearl.
In general, saltwater pearls are much higher in quality than freshwater. Akoya pearls are nearly perfectly round, and have a beautiful luster.
Akoya pearls are known as "the classic pearl", because they are perfect for using for jewelry because of their luster and nearly perfectly round shape.
Akoya pearls are saltwater-grown pearls known for their nearly
perfect round shape and high luster, making them ideal for fine jewelry.
Pearls are the only precious gemstone created from a Living
Creature. While this statement isn't fact, it does reflect the unique nature
that pearls are created by living creatures. .
White, pink, and purple
pearls are natural. Black and blue pearls have colors added to them through
treatments.
The Blue Island Pearl is a unique blue-colored pearl cultured
specifically for Island Pearl Traders, differing from other pearls in both
color and origin..
Yes, sometimes two pearls,
called twins, can form inside one oyster.
Edison Pearls are cultured for about 5 years, allowing them to
grow larger and develop a deep, radiant luster compared to shorter cultivation
periods.
A "spat" is a baby oyster, and it represents the
starting stage of the pearl cultivation process.
Pearls should be gently cleaned and displayed to highlight their
natural beauty, ensuring they remain lustrous and attractive to customers. We
recommend to use dish soap to clean the pearl, as it not only cleans the
pearls, but also moisturizes the pearls.
It is not recommended. Because pearls are created from an organic
material they can dry out and lose some of their luster. We recommend not
wearing them if it is going to be a hot day.
The white, pink, and purple pearls are all 3 natural colors, and are not dyed. The black pearl and the blue island pearl do have colors added to them.